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New York Rangers vs. Carolina Hurricanes: Preview, Predictions and Picks for April 12, 2025

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Apr 12, 2025 4:31 PM
The New York Rangers, fresh off a strong performance from defenseman Bryan Berard, travel to the Lenovo Center to face the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday, April 12th at 3:00 PM. The Hurricanes, who lead the regular season series 3-0, look to extend their dominance over the Rangers, while New York aims to even the slate and snap Carolina's impressive 30-8-1 home record.
New York Rangers vs Carolina Hurricanes

Current Odds

NYR
CAR
Over
9.5
+115
Under
9.5
+105
NYR
+2.5
+145
CAR
-2.5
-164
NYR
ML
+2500
CAR
ML
-2500

Rangers vs Hurricanes statistics

Stat Rangers Hurricanes
Goals For per Game 3.08 3.22
Goals Against Average 3.10 2.72
Shots per Game 28.7 31.8
Shots Against per Game 29.9 24.9
Power Play Goals 36 44
Power Play Goals Against 46 36
Short Handed Goals 16 10
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 673 604
Power Play Percentage 17.6 18.6
Penalty Kill Percentage 80.3 84.2

Carolina Hurricanes recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/10/25 @ Washington Capitals L 5-4 SO
4/8/25 @ Buffalo Sabres L 3-0
4/5/25 @ Boston Bruins L 5-1
4/4/25 @ Detroit Red Wings L 5-3
4/2/25 vs Washington Capitals W 5-1

New York Rangers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/10/25 @ New York Islanders W 9-2
4/9/25 vs Philadelphia Flyers L 8-5
4/7/25 vs Tampa Bay Lightning L 5-1
4/5/25 @ New Jersey Devils L 4-0
4/2/25 vs Minnesota Wild W 5-4 OT

Carolina Hurricanes injuries

  • Shayne Gostisbehere (D): Day-To-Day
  • William Carrier (LW): Out
  • Jesperi Kotkaniemi (C): Out
  • Jesper Fast (RW): Injured Reserve

New York Rangers injuries

  • Arthur Kaliyev (RW): Out
  • Adam Edstrom (C): Injured Reserve

Rangers vs Hurricanes game info

Type Info
Venue Lenovo Center
Location Raleigh, NC
Puck drop Sat 3:00 PM
TV ABC

Rangers vs Hurricanes predictions

Looking at the New York Rangers, all eyes will surely be on Artemi Panarin, who's been an absolute force this season with 37 goals and 87 points. It wouldn't be surprising if he stepped up his game even more against the Carolina Hurricanes. With Adam Fox dishing out assists like they're going out of style, recording a solid 51 assists, the duo could cause a storm (pun intended) on the ice. That blend of skill might just carve out opportunities for the Rangers, providing the extra punch they need to outmaneuver the Hurricanes. What do you think – could this be the night Panarin hits a sweet 40 goals? Anything is possible in hockey, right?

Meanwhile, the Carolina Hurricanes have their own heavy hitters ready to spin their magic. Seth Jarvis, with his 31 goals, is bound to be a constant threat, lingering in the shadows until he's ready to strike. Then there's Sebastian Aho, the orchestrator of their offensive plays, who racks up assists like they're an extension of his stick – 43 and counting this season. Together, Jarvis and Aho could forge opportunities that might be too hot for the Rangers to handle. It's a formidable duo, akin to a one-two punch combination that could very well keep the scoreboard busy. Can you imagine the roar of the Lenovo Center if they connect once or twice tonight?

When it comes down to predicting the outright winner of this clash between the New York Rangers and the Carolina Hurricanes, it feels like a thrilling ride with twists at every corner. While the Hurricanes undeniably have the edge with a 46-27-5 record, especially at home with 30-8-1 – it's hard to discount the gritty determination of the Rangers. Yet, considering the Hurricanes have led the regular season series 3-0, it's tempting to give them the nod for tonight once more. That home record and current momentum surely lend them an advantage that's hard to ignore. But, with hockey's unpredictable nature, you never really know until that final buzzer sounds. Which team are you putting your faith in?

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